WAE - Research Specialist 1
Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)
LSUAM CCE - Ops - Field Support (Mark William Miller (00011096))
0107 Sea Grant Shop
Temporary
Job Summary:
The Field Support Shop provides general shop, labor and assistance, provide researchers access to trucks and boats along with some light design and fabrication of devices that are required for coastal research. The fleet of trucks and boats are serviced by the shop to maintain operational readiness. The units within this fleet are available on a rental basis with reservations going through an LSU maintained app, an important aspect of this job the ability to process requests for boats and trucks, getting them ready for check-out, then perform return checks and accurate post processing of the rental invoices before they are sent to departmental accounting.
Job Responsibilities:
40% Processing of pre and post boat and truck rental requests.
40% Preparing trucks and boats for each rental event to include operational and
safety readiness checks.
10% Service and maintenance of boats and trucks as per service schedules.
5% Maintain fleet MV-3 reporting forms.
5% Perform various shop duties to include cleaning, organizing, and occasional
light fabrication assistance and any other duties assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree
Driver's License Required
Competencies:
Communication skills - Proficient
Problem Solving - Proficient
Adaptability - Proficient
Attach of your resume/CV. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application. However, official transcripts are required prior to hire. If your degree was earned outside the US, a credential evaluation will be required. This position will require vehicle operation; a valid Driver's License is required. This position is subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with PS-67. This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required. This position is considered a research or research-based support position and must undergo screenings per RS 17:1826.
April 24, 2026
August 24, 2026
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.